More than 3,000 years after our deliverance from Egypt, identification with slavery and the Exodus teaches compassion for those who are needy.
Half-Empty or Half-Full?
April 12, 2023
Next time you spot that proverbial glass of water, don’t see it as half-empty or even as half-full. See it as filling up and believe that it will run over!
Going Against Our Nature
April 11, 2023
We are called at times to go against our nature for a higher purpose. Let us be encouraged to summon our strength and part with our nature if only for a moment.
A Time for Stepping Out
April 10, 2023
Passover is a time for stepping out in faith. It’s a time for leaving old habits and situations behind in order to make way for something new and better.
The Purpose of Suffering
April 9, 2023
None of us wish suffering on ourselves or anyone else. But the ultimate purpose of suffering is redemption.
Move Forward in Faith
April 7, 2023
God called the people to “pass over” the steps of preparing and packing and told them to move forward in faith toward their freedom immediately.
Eager to Begin the Journey
April 6, 2023
Eating the Passover lamb this way showed that the Israelites were ready to leave. They were eager to begin their journey as God’s people.
The Message of the Bitter Herbs
April 5, 2023
The message of the bitter herbs on Passover is to remind us that only through suffering do we come to appreciate God’s redemptive power.
The Lifeblood of Faith
April 4, 2023
Sharing our stories — both collective and personal — is the lifeblood of faith. When we tell how God’s hand has directed our lives, we remember His presence in our own lives.
Rebirth and Renewal
April 3, 2023
One of the key messages of Passover is that stress and pressure can lead to the joy of rebirth and renewal when we bring God into the process.
With True Repentance
April 2, 2023
The good news is that when we come before God with true repentance and integrity, He welcomes us with open arms.
Guided by Wisdom
March 31, 2023
For the home to be an effective place for transmitting the teachings of Jewish tradition, parenting must be intentional. It must be guided by wisdom.
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